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Poland is advancing its satellite capabilities through the PIAST program, launching its first radar satellite, MikroSAR, amid increasing risks from space traffic congestion highlighted by a recent Starlink satellite fragmentation. The article underscores the critical role of Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST) in monitoring orbital objects, as the rise of megaconstellations elevates collision risks. Private companies like Sybilla Technologies are aiding these efforts with advanced satellite characterization services.